About Chai Ming Studios
Chai Ming Studios was founded in 2011 by visionary designer, Gary Lee. Our values – transcendent design, impeccable craftsmanship, quality service – are manifest in every detail of every piece. Each piece presents a true collaboration between designer, craftsman and client, with an unwavering devotion to materials, process and artistry. We offer refined, bespoke furniture pieces inspired by the international community, extraordinarily executed by hand using traditional methods. We embrace juxtapositions and the unexpected, celebrating textures and finishes while honoring...Read More
Featured Pieces
Glissade Cocktail Table in Metal and Stone
By Gary Lee
Located in Chicago, IL
Modern and classic, the Glissade cocktail table combines metal and natural stone elements in a versatile and elegant design. Shown in the generous 60" wide x 30" deep rectangular siz...
Category
2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Stone, Metal
Glissade Console in Metal and Stone
By Gary Lee
Located in Chicago, IL
Modern and classic, the Glissade Console combines metal and natural stone elements in a versatile and elegant design. Shown in the generous 108" width size, this console is also avai...
Category
2010s American Modern Console Tables
Materials
Stone, Metal
Kepler Side Table in Metal and Ladle Poured Cast Glass
By Gary Lee
Located in Chicago, IL
Artisan sand cast glass and expert metalwork highlight the Kepler Side Table. The cast glass top is produced using a ladle-poured casting process where molten glass is poured into a ...
Category
2010s American Modern Side Tables
Materials
Metal
Eclipse Side Table in Wood and Metal
By Gary Lee
Located in Chicago, IL
Rich, metal details highlight the hand-applied walnut wood finish on the Eclipse Side Table. Showcasing the beauty of the materials and expert craft...
Category
2010s American Modern Side Tables
Materials
Metal
Ion Cocktail Table in Metal, Stone and Glass
By Gary Lee
Located in Chicago, IL
Metal, stone and glass materials are elegantly featured in the Ion Cocktail Table. The round shape and bold materials serve as the perfect focal point to enhance any style of room wh...
Category
2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Stone, Metal
Rift Dining Table in Wood and Lacquer
By Gary Lee
Located in Chicago, IL
Multi-layer lacquered base detail highlights the hand-applied walnut finish on the Rift Dining Table. Create your signature look by combining standard lacquer and wood finishes. Choo...
Category
2010s American Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
Abington Credenza, Rectangular Storage Cabinet in Wood, Lacquer and Metal
By Gary Lee
Located in Chicago, IL
Lacquer, wood and metal offer personalized combinations in this versatile storage cabinet. Multi-layer lacquer finish covers the six doors and sides as well as the complete interior space, while hand-applied walnut finish on the top and base detail provides the perfect complement. Each set of doors is punctuated with a full height bronze pull hardware. Choose your combination of finishes from Dove, Midnight, Plum, Royal, White Bronze or Sable lacquers and Anthracite, Dark Cocoa, Dark Cocoa Ceruse, Mocha Ceruse, Noir or Umber walnut finishes. Brushed, Oiled or Dark bronze finishes for the metal door pulls...
Category
2010s American Modern Credenzas
Materials
Metal
Aurora Credenza in Gouged Wood and Lacquer
By Gary Lee
Located in Chicago, IL
Showcasing artisan hand-gouged wood details highlighted in rich, lacquer finishes, the Aurora Credenza provides ultimate storage with style. Inspired by th...
Category
2010s American Modern Credenzas
Materials
Metal
Fin Cocktail Table in Metal and Stone
By Gary Lee
Located in Chicago, IL
Handcrafted stone and metal elements highlight the pure form of the Fin Cocktail Table by Chai Ming Studios.
Resting atop the architectural steel fr...
Category
2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Stone, Limestone, Granite, Steel, Metal
Paris Cocktail Table in Metal, Stone and Glass
By Gary Lee
Located in Chicago, IL
Metal, stone and glass elements strike the perfect balance in the Paris Cocktail Table by Chai Ming Studios. The classic form and clean lines provide...
Category
2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Limestone, Granite, Stone, Metal
Monterrey Credenza in Wood and Metal
By Gary Lee
Located in Chicago, IL
With a minimal design that showcases expertly crafted materials, the Monterrey Credenza by Chai Ming Studios combines storage with style for any spac...
Category
2010s American Modern Credenzas
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Monterrey Dining Table in Wood and Lacquer
By Gary Lee
Located in Chicago, IL
Rich, luxurious lacquer finish provides the perfect contrast on the Monterrey Dining Table by Chai Ming Studios. Drawing inspiration from architectur...
Category
2010s American Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak, Walnut, Lacquer
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